Civil / Senior Civil Engineer

 

An exciting opportunity has arisen to meet the growing portfolio of projects within one of the UK’s leading independent consultancies. At Mayer Brown, we offer you the unique experience of working within a small, supportive team, backed by the stability and success of an established national consultancy.

Planning and Engineering the Future

Mayer Brown is a leading Consultancy Firm for Transport Planning, Infrastructure Design, and Environmental Assessment in the UK.

We bring commitment, experience and expertise to ensure the success of our projects. Attention to detail, advanced technical knowledge and strategic partnerships are all part of our winning formula to deliver high quality projects in a cost-effective manner to businesses across the UK.

What You’ll Do:

The role would focus on providing drainage and highway infrastructure design on all types and sizes of new development, supporting and collaborating with project managers from across the business to meet the needs and expectations of our clients. We are keen to ensure that we continue to provide the high-quality innovative solutions and service that our clients have come to expect from us. Your ability to learn, adapt and provide new thinking will be invaluable to the role. 

Some specific requirements of this role will be to:

•    Develop technical highway and drainage designs to support S104, S38 and S278 applications.
•    Undertake a variety of technical assessments for new developments.
•    Explain technical concepts to others including more junior colleagues and clients.
•    Check technical outputs, drawings and reports produced by junior staff.
•    Prepare or supervise the preparation of presentations and present information to internal and external groups.
•    Manage projects with moderate supervision ensuring outputs are delivered on time and to an excellent standard.
•    Provide updates on the progress of tasks in line with programmes.
•    Write reports and liaise with Clients / Project Managers on the management and co-ordination of projects. 
•    Ensure compliance with the relevant industry standards and regulations.
•    Prepare or supervise the preparation of presentations and present information to internal and external groups.
•    Stay abreast of industry trends, innovations, and best practices in infrastructure engineering and construction.

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking a Engineer or Senior Engineer with strong AutoCAD, Civils 3D and Causeway FLOW skills to join Mayer Brown Limited in their Christchurch office.

You will be organised, capable of managing multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively, and demonstrate good time management. A creative mindset would be advantageous. Additionally, you will be self-motivated, able to conduct independent research, and produce high-quality reports.

Experience

•    A degree or higher qualification in Civil Engineering, or a related field. 
•    At least 3 years of experience in UK development-related infrastructure engineering. 
•    Demonstrate suitable knowledge of relevant design standards including DMRB, Manual for Streets,  Sewerage Sector Guidance, local road standards and relevant national planning policy. 
•    Be experienced in the preparation of highways and drainage design and in particular S38, S278 and S104 processes.
•    Knowledge and application of drainage design from first principles and capable in the use of Causeway flow software.
•    Have experience in writing flood risk assessments or drainage strategy reports for development projects.
•    Demonstrate excellent communication and written skills.
•    Be motivated, enthusiastic and committed to further developing your career in Civil Engineering. 
•    Competent in the use of Microsoft Office. 
•    Have a good understanding of AutoCAD and Civils 3D, and be able to undertake 3D designs of residential housing schemes. 
•    A full UK driving license, as the role may require you to visit sites only accessible by car.

What we Offer

•    Role in an established office with flexible, hybrid working options. 
•    A supportive, collaborative and inclusive working culture. 
•    Structured professional development, including support toward incorporated or chartered status through an ICE approved training scheme. 
•    A varied and rewarding workload across sectors and scales. 
•    25 Days annual leave, increasing the longer you are with us.
•    A competitive salary and benefits package, with leave increasing the longer you are with us.
•    Membership of our group pension scheme. 
•    Cycle to Work Scheme. 
•    Payment of subscription to Professional Institution.
•    Life Assurance. 

How to Apply:

Please submit your application to Steven Lecocq (slecocq@mayerbrown.co.uk) or Mike Dewson (mdewson@mayerbrown.co.uk) via email. We value openness and transparency in ensuring a good fit for our team.

Job Particulars:

Salary: Dependent on experience

Working Hours: Monday to Friday – 37.5hrs per week 

Location: Christchurch, Dorset.

Benefits:
•    Employee mentoring programme
•    Company pension
•    Life insurance
•    Group Income Protection
•    Company Sports & Social Club
•    Bike to work scheme
•    Free on-site parking
•    Training / CPD opportunities
•    Annual Appraisal
•    Paid volunteer time

Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)